The Aussies have struck first in the one-day international series against India with a rain-affected seven-wicket win on Sunday.

Despite the covers being required for the first time since Perth Stadium was opened seven years ago, the Aussies refused to let the repeated delays slow their charge.

Josh Hazlewood starred with the ball before Mitch Marsh and Josh Phillipe got Australia home with 29 balls to spare.

KING KOHLI COMES UNDONE

“At their age, they’re not getting any younger. They’ll want to make an impression.”

That was Ravi Shastri talking Indian great Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma who returned for the visitors in Perth.

But unfortunately for the veteran duo – who still have sights set on a possible 2027 World Cup berth – neither could get away from the Aussies.

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